The holidays are a great time to catch up with family, near and far. It’s also the best chance to unwind. When else are you going to get a few days off at a stretch? Now that you don’t have to wake up early to rush off to a meeting, you have all the time in the world to play some games with loved ones or even solo.
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Popular Online Games to Discover During the Holidays
You’re probably familiar with the games listed below or haven’t thought about them in ages. Either way, don’t worry about a learning curve. They’re all great fun for beginners and experienced players alike.
Words With Friends 2
If you’re a fan of Scrabble, you have to try out Words With Friends 2. This free game is available across all devices and will get your blood pumping for some healthy competition. Gaming is extra fun with a bit of gamer talk, so make use of the game’s chat feature.
Zynga draws players in with regular tournaments and solo challenges, too. You’ll never have a dull time come the holidays when you have this game installed.
Fortnite
The beauty of Fortnite is that it’s a game for all ages. If you’re looking for some free family-friendly fun, Epic will not let you down. You’ll play to win the Victory Royale and take on the game’s challenges. Since the game world in Fortnite is constantly changing, you’re always in for a surprise.
While Fortnite might be a shooting-type game, you’ll be surprised at the number of friends you’ll make on the platform. Facebook and Instagram better watch out because the next social network might be this Epic masterpiece.
Solitaire
It’s no surprise that solitaire appears on this list. This is a game you can play by yourself on any device. You’ll better your ability to plan a few steps ahead and become a more patient person overall the more you play. The only skill you need with solitaire is counting, so this is great even for kids!
You can play solitaire for free on many websites and apps, and some even let you play without registering. If you like a bit of competition, find one that has a leaderboard.
Pokemon Go
Here’s a game that will get you moving around and probably even lose some weight. Nothing beats walking around the neighborhood or city hunting these cute little monsters. Don’t forget to socialize at the same time.
Even if you haven’t seen the popular anime it’s named after, you’ll definitely enjoy Pokemon Go. It’s pretty hard not to when you have costumes to dress your avatars in and eggs to hatch. Plus, you can play this for free on most devices!
Monopoly
Yes, you can enjoy Monopoly online, too! If you aren’t familiar with this game, just think about money and property. There’s a reason why this old-fashioned game is such fun – it’s because every roll of the dice can turn you into a real-estate mogul or a bankrupt!
Get everyone in on the game, young and old. There’s no age barrier when it comes to Monopoly. Are you ready for the best part? When a player doesn’t like how a game is going, they won’t be able to flip the board over! That means a lot less cleaning up after.
Challenge Yourself
There are so many online games that are free to enjoy, and the holidays are the perfect opportunity to have some fun. If you’re looking for new friends, you’re in for a pleasant surprise. The friendships you gain from playing these online games might end up lasting a lifetime.